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Tesla launches its 2nd-cheapest, longest-range Model Y in select European countries

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The new Model Y variant currently stands as the second most-affordable and longest range variant of the all-electric crossover. The Model Y Long Range RWD starts at 48,990 euros ($52,500), making it the second most affordable variant of the vehicle in the countries where it is offered.

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Hyundai Motor accelerates hydrogen technology development through 3 strategic investments

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Our investment in these innovative companies will reduce the production cost of FCEVs and enhance the safety and affordability of hydrogen infrastructure. H2Pro is an Israeli startup that developed the E-TAC (electrochemical, thermally active chemical) water splitting technology, which is efficient, affordable, and safe.

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Renault 5 €25,000 small EV unveiled at Geneva Auto Show

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Renault unveiled the Renault 5 city car at an automotive show in Switzerland this week, with its latest electric vehicle (EV) being a small, affordable option for European markets. Renault CEO criticizes Tesla’s pricing strategy: “This is destroying value for the customer” What are your thoughts?

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Volkswagen ID.2 to rival Tesla’s expected $25,000 vehicle

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Volkswagen is preparing to enter the same segment as Tesla’s upcoming affordable car with the ID.2 In the UK, Norway, Switzerland, and Iceland, car sales fell by 4.1% Pricing the ID.2 2 might compete in the same price range as Tesla’s upcoming affordable vehicle. 2 electric vehicle. The VW ID.2

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The Microlino is an adorably tiny electric city car with two versions

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The Switzerland-based electric vehicle (EV) startup unveiled the new, more affordable Microlino Lite at the Geneva International Automotive Show this week, sporting a slightly slower top speed and shorter range than its older sibling, the Microlino. Microlino calls the vehicles the “ideal mix between motorbike and car.”

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GM expands to new European markets with its luxury $93K Lyriq

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Last October, GM announced that it was launching sales in Switzerland as a first step in its all-electric return to Europe after selling off the Opel and Vauxhall brands back in 2017. In Switzerland, the Lyriq starts 82,000 Swiss francs ($93,100), but GM has not yet provided pricing for France.

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Video Friday: Tap Finger, Move Mountain

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Cybathlon Challenges : 02 February 2024, ZURICH, SWITZERLAND Eurobot Open 2024 : 8–11 May 2024, LA ROCHE-SUR-YON, FRANCE Enjoy today’s videos! By incorporating a commercially available product, we seamlessly integrated an SBC (Orange PI Lite 2), a camera, and an IMU to create a cost-effective humanoid robot, priced at less than $700 in total.

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